Category: Congress
October 21, 2025
Congress
Jordan calls on DOJ to prosecute ex-CIA Director Brennan
House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan is asking the Justice Department to prosecute former CIA director John Brennan for allegedly lying to Congress more than two years ago. It’s the...
October 21, 2025
Congress
Vulnerable House Republicans press Johnson on Obamacare subsidies
Thirteen vulnerable Republicans are urging Speaker Mike Johnson to “immediately turn our focus” to extending Obamacare subsidies after the government reopens. The group, led by GOP Reps. Jen Kiggans...
October 21, 2025
Congress
Johnson says he won’t block a floor vote to release the Epstein files
Speaker Mike Johnson said in an interview Tuesday morning he would allow a floor vote on a bipartisan bill compelling the full release of the Jeffrey Epstein files —...
October 21, 2025
Congress
Trump-pardoned Jan. 6 rioter arrested for allegedly threatening to kill Jeffries
Jeffries praised state and federal authorities for apprehending the suspect.
October 21, 2025
Congress
John Thune casts doubt on hearing for Trump nominee who sent racist texts
Senate Majority Leader John Thune signaled Tuesday that President Donald Trump's embattled nominee to lead the Office of Special Counsel should not go forward with a confirmation hearing later...
October 21, 2025
Congress
Trump-backed Gallrein officially launches bid to unseat Massie
Kentucky GOP Rep. Thomas Massie has officially drawn a Donald Trump-backed challenger. Ed Gallrein, who preemptively earned the president’s endorsement last week, launched his campaign Tuesday to oust the...
October 21, 2025
Congress
Capitol agenda: Time for a new CR?
Republicans know the House-passed funding patch is probably no longer viable as the shutdown inches closer to the Nov. 21 expiration date. But they’re split over how much more...
October 21, 2025
Congress
GOP leaders map out potential Obamacare extension as hard-liners warm to health talks
The discussions surround how to structure and advance an extension of key insurance subsidies before the end of the year.
October 21, 2025
Congress
Thune hopes White House withdraws Ingrassia nomination
Senate Majority Leader John Thune said Monday he hopes the White House withdraws Paul Ingrassia's Office of Special Counsel nomination, after POLITICO reported on texts that showed him making...
October 21, 2025
Congress
Republicans broach a longer stopgap bill as shutdown enters fourth week
What was a seven-week funding punt is now a four-week patch, and some in the GOP want to extend funding into next year.